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Free Level 1 Hair and Beauty Course in Harlow

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Hair and Beauty Course in Harlow. Classes run at Harlow College, full-time during the day.

The course covers a wide range of skills across the course. You'll learn styling, plaiting, twisting, make-up, and nail art. It runs over one year and gives you a solid base for further training in the sector. You'll need at least a grade 1 in English and Maths to join.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Diploma in Hair and Beauty.

Who this course is for

The Level 1 Diploma in Hair and Beauty is designed to build on your interest and passion for the hair and beauty industry, covering a wide range of skills from styling, plaiting and twisting to make-up or nail art.

This qualification is designed for those who wish to prepare for further learning or training in the hair and beauty sector. It will also enable you to perform your own basic services and to assist others in the salon.

Entry requirements

Minimum of a grade 1 in English and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise hair styling techniques, including plaiting and twisting.
  • You'll learn make-up application skills.
  • You'll develop nail art techniques.
  • You'll build an understanding of salon working practices.
  • You'll learn how to assist others with basic hair and beauty services.
  • You'll explore the range of roles and services in the hair and beauty industry.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical sessions in a salon environment at Harlow College, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment is through practical tasks and written work completed throughout the course. Your progress is reviewed as you work through each unit.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Harlow College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Salon assistant, supports stylists and therapists in a busy salon.
  • Junior hairdresser, carries out basic cuts and styling under supervision.
  • Beauty therapy assistant, helps with treatments and client care.
  • Nail technician, provides nail art and manicure services to clients.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing, the next step if you want to work as a hairdresser.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy, leads to roles as a qualified beauty therapist.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Nail Technology, for those who want to specialise in nails.
  • Level 3 qualifications in hair or beauty are available once you hold a Level 2.
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